Restricted coolant flow/fmvss 103
Defect Summary
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 ram 1500 trucks manufactured manufactured june 25, 2012, through december 12, 2012. in the affected vehicles, the coolant bypass valve may stick in a position that does not allow coolant to flow into the heater core. thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal vehicle motor safety standard (fmvss) no. 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging systems."
Safety Consequence
Without a properly working windshield defrosting system, a buildup of mositure or ice could limit the driver's ability to see, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace replace the suspect coolant valves along with an updated calibration, free of charge. the recall began on june 25, 2013. owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. chrysler's recall campaign number is n25.
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FAQ: Recall 13V177000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V177000?
NHTSA recall 13V177000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on May 7, 2013. It addresses: Restricted coolant flow/fmvss 103. The recall affects approximately 498 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V177000 or the manufacturer campaign number N25. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.